bro sage, your problem here seems like diff from mine, anyway, just show it to the service center, get then to check everything possible to cause the noise, if your A/c still can't be cured, then, it's the Compressor. make sure they kept your complaint in records

Tap the accelerator pedal and when the revs returns to the normal idle rev, there'll be a "tak" sound. Everytime i do this, 1 "tak" sound is heard.

Sometimes when i turn off the aircond and turn it back on, the sound does not return... first SC said "pulley" cause i justr did my 60k service, second SC said "aicond", third SC said "not sure, either one, must check".

This new type of compressor that runs continuously, has no clutch that kicks in and out. It's the G.M. "V5" 5 cylinder variable compressor where the stroke is varied depending to the cooling load required. So don't play around with it, unless you know what your doing.

Optra is using UCM brand bro. But ada juga Delphi. Kalo tk percaya try to look at your compressor. There is no GM ori. Its made in Korea but ada company kat Malaysia. Dont bother to look for it in Malaysia. I already contact UCM and they didnt have Optra's compressor here. I will PM you the price.

The V5 HVAC variable displacement compressor along with the thermal expansion valve on the evaporator, constitutes a largely self-regulating system. There is no pressure cycling switch, no high-pressure cut-off switch and no low-pressure cut-off switch. The compressor clutch is controlled by the electronic control module (ECM), which receives data from various engine systems and from a pressure transducer located in the high-pressure refrigerant pipe. In normal operation, the clutch is engaged continuously. Should one of the monitored conditions become abnormal, the ECM will disengage the compressor clutch until normal operation is restored.

This new type of compressor that runs continuously, has no clutch that kicks in and out. It's the G.M. "V5" 5 cylinder variable compressor where the stroke is varied depending to the cooling load required. So don't play around with it, unless you know what your doing.

Your customer comes in complaining that their car’s A/C loses cooling at idle or that they have to rev up the engine to get it to cool. You throw on the gauges and find that the suction is up or discharge won’t move; obviously, the compressor needs to be replaced. But does it?

In many cases, with a fixed-stroke type compressor, that may be true. However, if the car uses a variable-stroke compressor, there might be another reason for the decreased performance.

Many GM vehicles use a variable displacement compressor, which is also known as the V5 and V7. Some of the models using them are the Cavalier, Malibu, Cutlass Ciera, Century, Sunfire, Venture Minivan (up to 2000), S10 truckswith 4-cyl engines and dozens of others going back to the mid 80’s and up to current production. More frequently, you’ll also see this performance problem in Volkswagen products using the Sanden SD7V16 compressor, dating back to the early 90’s and through today. Note that most variable displacement compressors are used in smaller, 4 and 6-cylinder engines; larger GM V6’s (like the 3.8 or 4.3L) use a fixed displacement compressor.

Another common variable stroke compressor is Nippondenso’s 6C17 used by Chrysler between 1992 and 1989 in many of its V6 minivans and sedans. Instead of a failed compressor, the cooling loss is due to a faulty Refrigerant Control Valve (RCV). The symptoms are suction pressures above normal, anywhere from 45-80 psi, while the discharge pressure remains somewhat normal. Air from the vent is merely “fresh” or even somewhat warm.

The RCV is a more sophisticated method of controlling A/C system operating pressures. It works by adjusting, actuallyoptimizing, the compressor’s piston gear traveling stroke, by determining the compressor’s internal refrigerant pressure(inside the compressor’s housing). RCV’s are spring-loaded, pressure-sensitive devices that sense the compressor’s internal pressure and “push or pull” the piston gear or increase a swash plate angle, depending on the compressor’s type.

The main reason for using a variable stroke compressor is that it is a more efficient pump; it reduces fuel consumptioncompared to conventional compressors.

Additionally, if working correctly, these compressors also allow for a smoother engine operation as they never cycle onand off, something that is annoying to many drivers. Conventional systems (fixed stroke) use thermostats or lowpressure cutoff switches and compressor operation is intermittent.

GM systems equipped with variable stroke compressors do not have a low pressure cut off switch and they can runwith as little as 15% of the system’s charge. They do, however, have switches to cut the compressor off if a high-pressure condition is detected. This may disconcert the driver because they will notice their compressor is still running yet no cold air comes through the vents. RCV failures won’t keep the compressor from running either. If it quits, the compressor’s ability to move the refrigerant inside the system is just reduced. On the other hand, VW systems, with the SD7V16 compressor, shut the compressor down if a low-pressure condition is detected(thanks to a trinary switch in the drier).

Replacing the RCV is not a big job in any of the applications. But better yet is that the compressor, with some minormodifications, can work just fine without the RCV (if perhaps you get stuck and can’t find a replacement).VERY IMPORTANT: The A/C system must be discharged before attempting this repair—always wear safety goggles!In GM products with the V5 and V7 compressors, the RCV is located in the rear cover of the compressor, and lookslike a nipple on the outside (Photo 1). It’s held in place by a snap ring and looks like spinning top (Photo 2). In most or allFWD models, the RCV points down to the ground and can be replaced easily. The vehicle must be jacked up and blocked to provide proper access space. In fact, in most cases the compressor does not even have to be removed.Once you locate the valve, simply remove the snap ring and pull the valve out. Insert the new valve and re-installthe snap ring. Pull a vacuum and charge to specs. That’s all there is to it.

As far as the VW Golf, Jetta, Passat and a few others, more work is required to replace the RCV than on the GM models. Yet, it is still fairly easy and certainly worth giving it a try. The RCV is INSIDE the compressor. To get to it, you have to remove the rear compressor cover (again, no need to remove the compressor). Remove the rear cover carefully. It’s held in place by 7 bolts. Avoid damaging the gaskets between the cover and the compressor’s body. Once the cover is off, the reed valve plate will come off. Installed in it, you’ll see the RCV. The valve is held in place by a 7/16” nut in the opposite side. Remove the nut, remove the valve, replace it, and re-install the gear plate and cover. Pull a vacuum and charge to specs. In both cases, replenish the system with 3-4 ounces of specified PAG or mineral oil.

Now, remember from above when we told you that with some modifications you could get by without the valve (if bychance you can’t get them)?Doing it will essentially convert your variable displacement compressor into a fixed displacement compressor. Simplystated, either eliminating or blocking the valve does it. You will, however, need to install a low-pressure switch or a conventional thermostat to keep the evaporator from freezing.

The procedure in both cases is simple. For the V5/V7 compressor, you have to remove the RCV’s as shown. Now, with a tailored top (it can be aluminum or steel, or even aluminum brazing), seal the orifice. Makesure the top is secured by pressing it into the receptacle. Re-install the valve in the compressorand secure it with the snap ring. This cancels the variable stroke design feature of the compressor; it is now afixed stroke. Therefore, a compressor cutoff means must be provided to avoid evaporator freezing. It can either be athermostat or a low pressure cycling switch that’s wired into the vehicle’s electrical system.For the SD7V16 Volkswagen compressor, the RCV is simply replaced by a 7/16” X 1” bolt and nut as shown. In the case of the SD7V16, don’t be surprised by a noticeable suction pressure drop below 15 at once. Given thecompressor’s design, it is normal. Like in the GM compressors, a clutch cutoff method must be provided to avoidevaporator freezing.